Question

Which is the main function of fruit?

To protect the seed and aid in its dispersal

To protect the flower and aid in pollination

To protect the seed and aid in germination

Answer 1

Answer: To protect the seed and aid in its dispersal

Fruit is a plant organ that is a characteristic feature of all the angiosperm plants. It is produced by the pollination and fertilization of the flower. The fruits comes in variety of shape, size and color. They are the products of fertilized ovary and other floral parts. Fruits can be fleshy or dry. Main function of the fruit is to provide a space of the growth and development of seeds until maturity. In maturity the fruit disperse seeds which germinate to grow into new plants.

Answer 2

To protect the seed and aid in its dispersal.
Fruits contain fertilized seeds and are designed to aid dispersal. For example, fleshy, edible fruits cause seed dispersal when they are consumed by organisms.